Fame didn’t come instantly after I joined Nollywood – Bisola Aiyeola

ACTRESS and singer Bisola Aiyeola recently opened up about her early misconceptions regarding fame and the valuable lessons she has learned in the entertainment industry.

Reflecting on her journey, Aiyeola admitted that she once believed success would come effortlessly.

However, she soon realized that patience and perseverance were crucial. When asked about what she wished she had known before entering the industry, Aiyeola told Saturday Beats that she initially thought fame and wealth would come instantly.

She said, “I wish I knew that I needed to be patient. When I initially joined, I was a bit entitled. I didn’t think that I had to be patient. I just felt that if people knew me, I would automatically succeed. But that didn’t happen. So, I had to be patient, and finally, here we are.”

Aiyeola also shared her thoughts on maintaining relationships while setting boundaries, stating that despite being a friendly person with many acquaintances, her close circle is very small.

She emphasized, “You have to know yourself; that’s the first thing. When you know yourself, you understand the things you can tolerate. I am acquainted with many people, but I always have to protect my peace and energy. The best way to do that is to know myself. I find it easier to compartmentalize people and relationships when I have that self-awareness.”